Influencers and their lip-syncing, dancing, and stunts for impressions often ruin my feed. This latest one from Sahar Dari is no exception. The hilariously cringe-worthy video recently features none other than pop icon Katy Perry, who found herself playing second fiddle in a creator’s skit.
The video in question is only a few seconds long but captures a moment rife with irony. Dari —whose creativity perhaps overshot its mark—crafted a skit where Katy Perry wasn’t the star but a background character. Yes, one of pop music’s most recognizable figures stood awkwardly in the periphery, while the creator soaked up the spotlight. The premise was simple: use Perry’s fame to enhance their own impressions. But then it got worse.
Indeed, the video Dari ended up posting doesn’t show the behind-the-scenes awkwardness that another angle did. It turns out her App wasn’t playing ball, forcing Perry to wait awkwardly while she set up the shot.
As you can see, while our influencer fumbled the bag, Perry could be seen in the background looking… well, awkward, confused, or both. For a performer who’s sold millions of records and captivated arenas worldwide, being relegated to silent observer status is a little surreal.
I wasn’t the only one who found it so. Reddit and Instagram’s comment sections lit up with reactions, ranging from mild amusement to outright mockery. “That is some wild narcissism on display,” one commenter quipped, perfectly encapsulating the sentiment of many. Another called it “peak cringe,” while others marveled at the sheer audacity of the situation.
Still, some users noted the peculiar nature of the partnership, suggesting Perry’s participation might have been part of a larger promotional campaign. As one commenter pointed out, “She probably didn’t need to do this if her recent album hadn’t flopped catastrophically.”
In any case, the video is just the latest example of what critics have dubbed “Main Character Energy,” a term used to describe the attention-seeking antics that pervade social media. In a platform culture where every user strives to stand out, even leveraging A-list celebrities becomes a tool for self-promotion.
But does it work? For the creator, it seems so. The video amassed thousands of upvotes and sparked countless debates. And for Katy Perry? While she might not be the centerpiece of the clip, her brief cameo ensured her name trended for reasons other than music—a win in the PR world.
Whether you see this moment as a humorous hiccup in social media culture or a clever marketing ploy, one thing’s for certain: the clip has successfully cemented itself as a bizarre yet memorable snippet of TikTok lore.
